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Cooking From Scratch

Cooking From Scratch

By: Aliye Aydin
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Healthy Eating and Mindful Meals for Women 40+


Welcome to the first non-cooking cooking podcast!


Join Aliye Aydin as she inspires you to create nourishing, from-scratch meals that heal your body and soul.


In each episode, Aliye chats with chefs, health coaches, doctors, farmers, nutritionists, and healers to explore their unique perspectives on cooking, culture, healing, and mindfulness.


Aliye, born and raised in sunny Southern California, discovered her love for cooking as a healing tool following a scary health diagnosis in her teens. She learned to cook to implement necessary dietary changes, which not only helped her heal but also shaped her life's work.


After graduating from UC Berkeley, Aliye traveled extensively, diving into international cuisines and cooking alongside grandmas and aunties, including exploring her heritage in Türkiye.


Upon returning to the U.S., she attended culinary school and gained experience in various restaurants and catering kitchens. Aliye worked as a culinary instructor and personal chef, and even ran a farm-to-door organic produce delivery service for 8 years in Long Beach, CA, building relationships with top growers and producers.


As a certified facilitator in Spiritual Literacy and Transformative Practices, Aliye incorporates mindfulness and principles like hospitality, gratitude, presence, and listening, and more into her cooking, enhancing the overall experience and fulfillment.


Aliye empowers her students to make healthy eating easy, delicious, and fun, without spending hours in the kitchen!


Explore her latest courses and offerings at www.soulspacechef.com.

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Episodes
  • Make Healthy Cooking Easier: 5 Myths You Need to Stop Believing
    Aug 21 2025

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    Feeling guilty or overwhelmed by the idea of cooking healthy meals, especially as a woman over 40? You're not alone! In this episode, we're tackling the five most stubborn myths about healthy cooking that keep busy women like you stuck in a cycle of exhaustion and frustration. Discover the powerful mindset shifts and practical strategies that will transform your kitchen experience, making healthy eating easier, more enjoyable, and deeply nourishing for your changing body.

    In this episode, you'll hear:

    • Why healthy cooking doesn't require endless willpower or striving for perfection.
    • How to debunk the myth that healthy meals must be complicated or time-consuming.
    • Why "being too busy" is no longer an excuse, and how to make healthy cooking fit your lifestyle.
    • Strategies to make nutritious food delicious and satisfying, even if you think you don't like "healthy" foods.
    • How to shift your perspective and transform cooking from a chore into an act of self-care and joy.

    Join the Conversation:
    Snap a screenshot of the episode playing on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me @soulspacechef. I’d love to hear what resonated with you the most!

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    13 mins
  • Do You Have These 5 Cooking Habits to Make Healthy Eating After 40 Easy + Delicious?
    Aug 1 2025

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    Feeling overwhelmed in the kitchen after a long day? You want to eat healthy, but cooking sometimes feels like a battle. What if a few simple habits could completely change your experience—making healthy meals easier, more enjoyable, and truly delicious?

    In this episode, Aliye Aydin, a trained health-supportive chef specializing in helping women over 40, reveals five key cooking habits that can transform your kitchen routine and support your health goals. Whether you’re short on time or unsure what to cook, these insider tips will help you feel confident, reduce stress, and create meals you love.

    Ready to make healthy eating more manageable and satisfying? Hit play and discover where you might be missing out—and how to fix it!

    In This Episode You'll Hear:

    • A kitchen habit that can save you time and keep you organized
    • The surprising ingredient planning trick that supports muscle health after 40
    • How flexibility in cooking can actually simplify your meals
    • Why quality beats complexity when it comes to ingredients
    • The mindset shift that makes cooking—and eating—more enjoyable

    Join the Conversation:
    Snap a screenshot of the episode playing on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me @soulspacechef. I’d love to hear what resonated with you the most!

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    13 mins
  • What Healthy Meals Look Like For a Woman Over 40 (A Chef's Routine)
    Jul 27 2025

    Don’t forget to grab your FREE High-Protein Starter Pack and check out the Protein Power Hour Training — the easiest way to start planning meals that make you feel your best after 40.

    Struggling to keep your healthy meals flavorful and simple after 40? This episode reveals how to create delicious, balanced meals that fit into a busy lifestyle—without spending hours in the kitchen.

    In This Episode You'll Hear:

    • Unlock the surprising protein and carb balance that can finally help you beat bloating and boost energy after 40.
    • Avoid overwhelm with a grocery shopping routine that saves time and stops you from buying food you don’t need.
    • Learn how to easily turn fresh farmer’s market produce into flavorful meals that require minimal prep but deliver big taste.
    • Break free from boring meals by using international flavors that make healthy eating exciting every single day.
    • Spot emotional eating triggers and learn a powerful habit that helps you stay mindful — without feeling deprived.
    • Say goodbye to restrictive diets and hello to meals that leave you energized, satisfied, and craving cheat days less and less.

    Join the Conversation:
    Snap a screenshot of the episode playing on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me @soulspacechef. I’d love to hear what resonated with you the most!

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    8 mins
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